Alfred Hanks Obituary
Ocala - Alfred Legare Hanks, 68, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at Shands at the University of Florida. He was born in Belton, SC, a resident of Tampa for over 35 years, and retired to Ocala in 1998. Mr. Hanks was the co-owner of Furniture Source for over 15 years. he graduated from Clemson University and Ringling School of Arts. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, the First Baptist Church of Ocala, enjoyed music and was an accomplished pianist who played for the Prodigal Sons gospel quartet. Survivors include his wife Elsie Hanks, daughter Teresa Hanks, son Eric Hanks (wife Susan), granddaughters Abigail and Madeline Hanks all of Ocala, and sister Jo LeRoy of Columbia, SC. He was preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Gertrude Hanks, and sister Marlene Oberlies. Memorial services 2 PM, Saturday, July 21, 2007 at Hiers Funeral Home, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL. In lieu of flowers donations can be made for pancreatic research to the University of Florida Shands Cancer Center for research in memory of Alfred Legare Hanks, P.O. Box 103633, Gainesville, FL 32610-3633.
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Linda Edwards
August 14, 2007
Elsie, I was so very sorry to hear of Lee's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences as I know your heart is broken. He was a true gentleman and so very talented. I have such fond memories of our musical times together. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sincerely, Linda Edwards
Demetris Christou
August 12, 2007
We are very sorry to hear about Mr Hanks passing.We send our sincere sympathy.
Christou Family from Cyprus
grace burns
August 5, 2007
Dear Elsie, Hartfelt Sympthy to you and your family. I met you both at Owen and Dinah Dees' home, several years ago. I hope to see you again when you visit them soon. Sincerly, Grace Burns
Jennifer Carter
July 25, 2007
So sorry to hear abour Lee, it has been a long time since we saw all of you, and send our sincere sympathy to you and family.
Jennifer Carter
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karen magee
July 23, 2007
Dear Mrs. Hanks and family, I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Hanks passing..you all put up such a tremendous fight.It was my pleasure getting to know him and your family.Your family will continue to be in my prayers. Love, Karen Magee,RN, Shands Hospital
July 21, 2007
Mrs Hanks and Family, Wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Love, Cindy Stegall RN, Shands Hospital
Jane Cosand
July 21, 2007
Your all in my constant thoughts and prayers! What a wonderful man
Lee was and we will miss him terribly. Love and prayers to you all.
Bruce and Janice Stritter
July 20, 2007
Dear Elsie and Family: WE were so sorry to read of Legare's passing. Be assured that we are praying for you. May God grant you peace and a special measure of blessing at this time.
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